I hope that all Members had an excellent
Christmas and I wish the Unit and all Members, the best for 2019.

December was a very busy month. Linda and I were pleased to be able
to attend the Unit Pipe Band Christmas party on December 8th and the
Over 55& Retired Christmas party on December 11th. Both of these
were a lot of fun and I thank you for the invitations.

Our annual Deer lodge visit was on December 15th and went very well.
We had a very good turnout for the Choir as well as the visitors to
Veterans Wards. I was accompanied by Santa, Mrs. Claus and a few of
the Elves. The Veterans seemed happy to see us and the Choir was
very well received by the residents. We en-joyed a light meal back
at the Unit afterward where the Choir performed for the Members. I
thank all those who took the time to accompany us for a truly worthy
cause.

At our General Meeting on December 20th, we heard the report from
the nominating committee regarding the upcoming elections in
January. It is disappointing to find that the position of President
and those standing for the Executive will be elected by acclamation.
There will be elections for 1st & 2nd Vice Presidents. We will be 2
Members short on the Executive Council and this will mean extra work
for the whole Executive. We will hold a by-election at the March
General Meeting to see if we can fill the Executive.

The next General Meeting will be January 17th at 7:00 pm and the
Unit Election Meeting will be January 24th at 7:00 pm. Remember that
to be able to vote at the Elections you will need your 2019
Membership card so I urge you to make sure you get yours.